A ten-year study of more than 3000 workers and pensioners in the south of France concluded that working nights or on a shift schedule (irregular shifts) harms cognitive abilities. By Anabel Cossette Civitella - 37th AVENUE
The August survey conducted by the CHRP Association (Certified Human Resources Professional) among its members (1,129 respondents) revealed, unsurprisingly, that the increase in orange cones in Quebec, particularly in Montreal, is creating a nightmare for employees and their employers. It is more than just a stress factor; the psychological impact on workers is so great that a number of them have quit their jobs or refused jobs in areas with excessive roadwork.
In today’s times, where workforces are volatile, companies have incentives to improve their offers in order to retain the most talented employees. Here are some influential factors that improve the retention of workers.
To live better, work less. This is in essence the message issued by Carlos Slim, the Mexican businessman said to have the largest fortune in the world, according to Forbes in 2013.
The Californian daily Orange County Register recently stirred up opinion by reviving the topic of “Corporate-Owned Life Insurance”.
SMEs are often at a disadvantage in terms of wages when it comes to attracting the best employees. What are some other benefits they should then focus on?
If recruitment is a crucial step in the management of a human resources department, an employee’s resignation is equally as important. Replacing a competent employee could cost the organization as much as twice the amount of his or her annual salary. That’s one reason for conducting an exit interview when an employee leaves the company. But what exactly are we talking about here?
Companies in Silicon Valley offer their employees no less than an unlimited amount of paid vacations! In Montreal, Gsoft, a company in information technology, has also taken up the challenge of introducing this sought-out concept to its employees. And it seems to be working great.
A brief overview of employment trends with a sample of companies that have hired or laid off staff during the month of June, 2014.
Simply Hired has shut down their Canadian office in Toronto last May, after a bit more than a year of activity.
Hirings: State Street, the American currency broker, will create 100 new jobs in Montreal....(read more) Layoffs: As part of their restructuring plans, Wal-Mart Canada has laid off 750 people nationwide ... (read more)
An Argentina's province Governor has chosen to announce his decision to decrease the noumber of public officials by 50%... in a youtube message, instead of making the announcement face to face with employees.